1966 HH & Jean letter to Catherine - July 10

July 10, 1966

Dear Catherine :

Recd your Friday's postcard yesterday afternoon, which is zipping along.  We have been talking about when your test would be and we are anxious to know what you thought about it.

Your Mother has been working at a fast pace for the opening of VBS tomorrow.  They have had skits the last three Sundays in S. S. . . .  two of which were puppet skits and today they had one using the theme of a magic carpet, which really held the attention of everyone.

Yesterday we all went to Columbus, everyone got out at Woolco while Serena and myself went on to her appointment, then we stopped at McDonalds and got things for lunch and stopped at the first roadside park on I-71 on the way home for eating.  Had our swim suits with us and spent about an hour at the JR pool.  McDonalds is now on the New York stock exchange but do not pay any dividends.

Serena goes to Church camp two weeks from today, Roberta can go in three weeks or in five weeks.  She is undecided for she wants to go when her friends go.

This past week John got a card at the bookmobile and took out five books.  Said he really enjoyed reading about Simon Kenton -- history is his favorite subject.  For I forget it, what is the rest of the University center used for as we were only on the basement floor. Is the education building the place where the swimming pool is on the ground floor.  We looked in the building while we were at the playground that evening after we left you.  Serena picked up a folder on Quality Courts and note that they expect to build a motel in Carbondale?  Should we make our reservations there for your graduation in 1971?

The roto tiller has been handy in the garden, we are going to have a ripe tomato very soon.  The new berry patch is sending out runners and the beans are good.  Atch said to tell you that he misses your sugar cookies.

How is Dave N.L.N.?  Get the point Catherine N.M.I.  Was looking over the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce literature and see that they have a little more rain ON THE AVERAGE than we do here in Ohio.  Nothing like rambling around on different subjects.

The reception is all over and there was a fair crowd there.  After it was over we set up tables and chairs, etc. for the VBS tomorrow.  Nancy Henderson, according to her mother, is very disappointed because we don't need her to help with it.  Nancy just offered today - wasn't in Sunday School two weeks ago when we passed around a slip asking for volunteers.  Peggy Fawley was missed and Eloise Simkins, I heard was hurt because she wasn't asked.

It may ease your mind to know that no one is sleeping in your room this summer except for the very hot week that Serena used it.  Mary Virginia was hardly sick at all with the mumps and except for her neck being swollen those couple of days I wouldn't have known she had them.  David Thornburg took them Friday and Clark Roberts will miss Bible School because of them.

Monday morning – this is really an on and off letter.  We are mailing you a box today with a littler variety in it, Catherine.  Also forwarding you a shoe ad, with the zip number only on it, so let us know if you get it.  Your Saturday letter came this morning.   I think the paper business is about the same, been a number on vacation, then some of the people have stopped because of the high price.  Your mother has been watching the credit and believe you have some money coming from part of July.  Sound like your finances are in good shape.

Grandma told me that she had talked to Patty W. and C Collier who took the test Saturday.  We will mail you a picture of the house later.

Let us know how the box arrives.

Dad

1976 GHU Letter to Hortons from Hudson Guild -July 11

Sun. evening [July 11, 1976]

Dear Family,

Hope M.V. arrived safely.  I am sure she has been told that I left for N.J. before she left Cin.  I arrived on time in Newark ? (not N.Y.) & Roberta, John & (his roommate – that is not right) a friend from Wash. state who has charge of young peoples programs met me at the gate.  Very few people seem to be traveling.  I was surprised for that plane sure lost money.

At the present I have the room to myself & will get along nicely for John & R. will see that I get to the dining hall which is in another building & has  5  steps in the rear and more in the front.  We will all eat together ? if R. doesn't have a call.  She was on her way this morning at 7:00 to take some little girl to the hospital who had the ear ache.  She was back at 10.  These people have a cottage rented but no car so the Van driver is on call for the cottages here.

It is a very pretty place & people around want to help me get around not knowing that I can get around myself if no steps & doors cooperate as to width.  So far no trouble.  This trip was some of H's doings for he came in Thurs. afternoon & wanted to know if I would be willing to take a trip leaving Sat.  He had already talked to Roberta for she had wanted me to come up this summer but I told her I was very happy to stay in N.V.

I know that H. & J. were thinking about going somewhere but they hadn't said and I didn't ask.  I hope everyone stays well with us all scattered here & there.  They were disturbed when they went to New J. because the word got around to too many they thought.  They gave the Dr. credit for it.  Why Greece I don't know.  They just decided to go there I guess.  Any way the plans are for me to return home the 22nd.

I use a bed pan placed on a chair when getting up at night & at the present I have it turned upside down in a heavy sack for a stool & using my purse for a writing desk.  I suppose there may be a place in the lounge for writing but I am very comfortable at last the sun is trying to shine after a shower before breakfast.  If it decides to rain at meal time I may not get there for I can do without food better than to get wet.  After breakfast this morning John took me for a nice ride down a hill to the first pond.  We were afraid to go to the larger one they way the sky looked.

I want to go see his canteen I guess he calls his store.  He seems to think he is doing real well so far.  He sold over $100 worth of candy last week & said that was hard to believe & was going into Dover this week to get another supply.  That is when the Buick comes in handy.

I asked for a lighter weight blanket for my bed.  The one I had last night was heavy enough for zero weather too hot with it & too cool without it so I hope for a better night tonight.  I do have a very good comfortable bed & the pillow jut right.

I told R. the only objections I had there is no water in the room & the coat hangers (dress) are fastened to the rod.  I can't stand up & put a dress on those kind.  She had unpacked my things so as she or J. go & come I will try to think & have them to put away & take out.  Plenty closet & dresser space with a nice shelving stand between the 2 beds.  2 comfortable chairs but I use my own mostly & no rugs for which I am glad.

R. got me butter and cottage cheese & a few other things in boxes.  She has a lttle space in refrig.  We talked a little about calling Cris last evening & see if he could arrange to drive over next weekend for the day bringing M. with him.  I am sorry that he was upset over my opinion about different faith's joining together but it is only my one idea but I still would say the same to him.  It is entirely up to the couple whether it works or not.  I didn't think about Marianne giving him the letter to read.  He will have to pass up other peoples opinions when he feels he is in the right & do what he thinks best for him.  I hope the little Robbie [Robert Kintner] is all right now but he will have off times just the same as all little fellows.

The 4th is now past & your card arrived in my box the  7th  figure that one out as to timing.  The church group thought they might make $700 – since we need a new roof that amt. will come in handy.

I went to the Dr. Fri. forenoon.  Joann took me over.  He checked my heart, lungs & took some kind of blood test from 1 drop.  Everything all right he said.  At times I get a little dizzy when going to bed & getting up & he said forget about it for it was  age  & nothing else.  Dr. Hamilton had said when I had a little trouble it was nothing serious & it would go & come.  For church today I have my S.S. lesson.  There is a TV but I know how that goes.  No 2 people may want the same program or service.
Love, Mother

1976 HH & Jean postcards from Greece -July 12

Jean and Harold took a trip to Greece with the Women's Club in July 1976.  Unknown to them the Brumleys signed up for the same tour.  MV went to Florida to stay with Hortons and Grandma went to Hudson Guild to keep John and Roberta on their toes.

Acropolis (Greece) by Night postcard - mailed 1976 

1976 HH's Acropolis (Greece) by Night postcard to John & Roberta at Hudson Guild 

 7-12-76
Here we are – 7 hrs ahead of N.V. & half way to Calcutta.  Went to bed after getting here – to get back on schedule.  Our hotel is right on the square – w/marble bath & high ceilings.

Have bought tickets to go to Corinth on Wed. & Delphi on Thursday.  Couldn't get off plane in N.Y.C. so wonder if you all got our card.  Bet Mother is having a good time at H.G.F. [Hudson Guild Farm]
Love from us both, Dad & Mother

Parthenon (438 B.C.) Athens Greece postcard -mailed 1976

1976 Jean's Acropolis Greece postcard to MV & Hortons -July 12

Monday 7/12/76
Arrived here this morning and saw this from the bus.  Taking tour of area tomorrow.  Youngest one on the trip is 15-year-old Boston girl traveling with her aunt.  Going to night club tonight to see authentic Greek dancers.  Hope to get our days and nights straightened out.

Anxious to hear about your flight if all arrived OK.  Weren't able to leave plane in NY during 2 hour wait so no call to N.J. to check on the 3 Uibles there.

Much love, Dad & Mother

1966 John's letter to Catherine -July 9

July 9, 1976

Dear Catherine,

I   AM   HOT.

Today we went to Columbus and on the way back we stopped at J & R.

I will send you some cookies soon.

I'm broke now and daddy hasn't given me money for those logs.  yet.  like you said he might.

Your Bothe [sic]

John

1996 Mary in Concert -July 7

1976 Gerry's Letter -July 7

July 7, 1976

Dear Harold, Jean & Mary Virginia:

I wanted to take this opportunity while I have a few moments to thank you for the hospitality you showed me in New Vienna.  I appreciate the warm welcome and sincere friendliness toward me.  It's just too bad we didn't have more time to get acquainted.  Although the time there was relatively brief, the impressions were deep and lasting.  I can easily see why Catherine is the person she is.

I never had the opportunity to sit down with you and tell you what Catherine means to me.  Words alone seem very inadequate for describing what Catherine means to me.  I can only say I love her very deeply and respect her for the fine, decent person she is.  I truly hope I can give her the happiness she deserves.

Hopefully it won't be too long before you can come out for a visit.  Both of us are looking forward to the day that happens.  John mentioned something about coming out at Christmas time.  Hopefully he will make it.

I was very impressed with grandmother Uible.  She reminded me of my great grandmother, independent, alert and full of life.  I wish we could have taken her with us.

I suppose Catherine told you about our trip across.  The heat seemed to folllow us every mile of the way.  We were both travel weary when we arrived here.  At least we're getting fairly well settled.

I had a very touching reunion with my daughter.  Needless to say, DeeDee has taken to Cathy very well.  Dee felt completely at ease with Catherine and vice versa.

Have to close for now, again thanks for everything.

Sincerely,

Gerry

1966 Jean's Letter to Catherine -July 7

July 7, 1966

Dearest Catherine,

We received your card today and always so glad to hear from you.  You mention Dave quite a few times but no last name? And tell us something about him.  You know we are all very much interested and would like to be filled in on some of the details.  Each card and letter answers a few questions but opens up many more.  We are still hanging on a cliff from the bus accident not to mention the students in the park (woods, rather).

Sorry the food isn't as good as anticipated but you won't have to worry about taking off all those pounds, perhaps.  We felt there must be something wrong when you only ate one blueberry pancake.  It is hard to get used to cooking for six at times.  I had enough waffle batter left over to freeze six squares.  We have been filling up on ham since we know it is one thing you won't miss eating too much.

Roberta came home from Day Camp with her wrist all wrapped in an elastic bandage yesterday and said she had fallen on it and sprained it.  This morning it was quite swollen but after talking to Melba Fawley decided it would be alright to let her go back to Day Camp today as they were to stay overnight tonight and she was really looking forward to that (as well as Serena).   But she called at noon today to say they had taken her to Dr. Plymire in Wilmington and had gone to the the hospital to have it x-rayed and though it isn't in a cast he told her to keep it in a sling.  She came home this afternoon but didn't want to miss the campfire tonight so went back for it & then is coming home afterwards.

John, Kevin, Louis, David and Daddy stayed all night in Lamar Thornburg's house last night.  Harold Thornburg just recently bought it and so Kevin invited them to stay in a "haunted house".  Then they all (except Daddy) spent the morning at the farm of Louis and David, and they rally had a GREAT time.  We couldn't get a word in edgewise at noon today for John's enthusiasm.

Mr. Short's address would be ok to write him at Leesburg for I'm sure he would get it.  The population of Ohio according to the 1960 census is 10,372,000 and the county is 30,014 and approximately 400 square miles in our school district.

Who addressed your letter to "Kate"?  Did you mean it was one of us?  John said it is just too hard to write letters in the summertime.  It's Roberta's right wrist so she now has an excuse.  I was going to send you Joe's address but Grandma said she was going to forward his letter to you.  If not, let us know if you want it.

Did you go to see "Kiss Me Kate" or was it rained out – you never mentioned it either.  I found some pictures of the family taken while visiting the St. Louis Zoo in 1960 (Daddy says it was 1958).

They were beginning to clear that area where the arch now stands.

Glad to hear you attended S.S. again – thought perhaps you might not have time if you were going to St. Louis.  Who else went with you?

Mr. Short would enjoy your comments on the selection of the students though I don't agree with you and I'm not entirely biased.

Please fill in more of the details and we'll try to answer your questions as they come.

All our very best love

and XXXXXX,

Mother and Daddy

1986 Wendy's Letter -July 6

[In Jean's handwriting: ]

Phoenix –––                  

w/ Roberta & Sid 

after Y Camp

July 6, 1986

Dear Grandpa and Grandma,

Thank you for the postcard and letter.  You might think this is funny but I got my ears pierced today.  Just look at the date and that will be the date that I got my ears pierced.  I got a shirt with triangle buttons which is sort of wild and it is quite hot up here.

We get to go to Las Vegas and we are staying next to a motel that is called Circus Circus and we get to bring my friend, Kellie, with us too.

I got a Baby Pony, too.  Her name is Baby Ribbons.  Well, I guess that means goodbye.

Love,

                              Wendy Jean

P.S. Write back soon.

1976 Catherine's Postcard -July 1

7-1-76

Hi!  We got our phone in yesterday.  The number is 714-283-0480.  I've been on two job interviews and I'm going on another one this afternoon.  One was as a secretary for a moving and storage company and the other as a typist for Safeco Title Co.  I'm opting for the second since there is much more chance for advancement and better benefits.  The first one was offered to me but I'm holding off until I hear about Safeco.  Gerry has had one interview set up by the personnel agency but now he's going to try on his own.  The weather has cooled off some so it is more comfortable.

Love, Catherine & Gerry

1976 Roberta's letter to GHU -July 2

[Postmarked July 2, 1976]

Dear Grandma,

Hi! Can't believe we have been gone about 2 weeks now – I'm enjoying myself & think that John is too.

By the time you get this the 4th will have been celebrated.  How did it go in New Vienna?  Here we will have a little – but in New York City it will really be celebrated – because of that we will have a full house here of people who want to be out of the city!

Last night (as part of my job) I drove 8 people to see the movie "All the President's Men" – it's about Watergate – not really all that good.  Not too exciting – already knew exactly what was going to happen.  Once a week the mothers [?] get a night out & I drive them – hope they do something better next week.

I have tomorrow off – just plan to stay here – you know I have to save my money for my trip next fall!

Now both the Van & Buick are running in A-1 condition – I'm sure glad & hope it lasts!

My best ––

Love,

Berta

1966 Jean's letter to Catherine -July 1

Friday – 

July 1, 1966

Dearest Catherine,

I am sitting in the coolest place in the house – your room for the weather continues to be hot day after day though it hasn't reached 104 as you have experienced.  Roberta is out mowing the grass – did the Beers' first.  Serena is working on her new collection book and they have gained several new customers due to mail subscription running out – the Wm. Smallridges, Raymond Elliot (he lives with the Williams behind the Sohio station) and another one for Roberta that I can't recall.  The Curtises are just getting the paper on Wednesday now (the same ones that got it in the door.)

The Kuntzmans were all down for the two funerals (Shinkle and Mrs. Ridgeway's sister) both the same day.  I didn't see Rev. at all and only Mrs. K. briefly but the children were here a couple of hours and for lunch.  They seem to be getting acclimated in Ansonia but found out their house has alot of leaks due to a big rain they had the day before they came down.  Rennie is calling himself Al up there but I often slip and call him by his old moniker.

Patty is going to be secretary for Vacation Bible School and Carolyn is to be the pianist.  Roberta and Linda Shaffer are going to take care of any children under four – namely Mary V., David Thornburg and Mrs. Lee Carey's one or two.  IF mumps don't develop in the meantime for both David and Mary V.  Kris McGinnis and Peggy Fawley are to help Mrs. Linkhart with craft and Susan Deck is in charge of refreshments aided by Barbara D. and Cindy Burton.  Nancy Walker is to help Mrs. Hause with the youngest pre-school group.

Glad to hear you went to church last Sunday and Sunday School too I believe you mentioned.  And we are also interested in the others who went with you.  Are you finding it hard to study in this hot weather?  Or is it just hard to study (period)?  Do you have very much home work with it?  We are interested in anything you are doing and how you like it.  Hope you have a pleasant trip to Saint Louis this Sunday and all it offers.

Do you ride your bike very much?  Or go swimming?  Do you usually walk to classes?  Now that you have been there awhile is the food as appetizing?  A little weight wouldn't hurt you in the least.

Roberta and Serena went to day camp four days this week and it kept us hopping to take them over and back plus swimming lessons on Thursday.  Everyone slept in this morning.  As soon as Mary Va. was through breakfast she grabbed a camera and told us "Bye"  I asked her where she was going and she said "Girl Scouts" out of a clear blue sky.  She and Mark Beers are going to be quite companionable.  He carries around a yellow blanket that looks just like hers.  By the way, Mrs. K brought it home from Lakeside but never noticed the sheet or Serena's pillow nor found "our" watch.  I wore yours yesterday just to see how it kept time – ran for about 20 minutes and stopped completely so it definitely needs attention.

Donna Williams asked all about you last night & couldn't understand why you would want to go to school in the summer.  She did her practice driver's training this week & drove them to the meeting of VBS here last night.

We took care of the Beers baby the evening they moved in (Tues.)  He is just three weeks old today.  Mrs. Beers (Rosalie) seems very nice – red hair.  They knew the Donald Rupps from Eastern Star and so know a few people in the community.  Rev. Beers used the long communion service so had very short sermon last Sunday.  I believe Serena mentioned his short prayers.  He is also going to help with VBS.

Is there anything you would like to have sent from home – in the way of food or clothing – a CARE package perhaps.  Your new saddles arrived Wednesday.  Hope you haven't had any more blisters from the other ones.  I take it that your poison ivy is all gone for you haven't mentioned it either.  Roberta got some the first day of camp but it didn't last.  They have been wearing knee socks which no doubt help prevent it.

We plan to go swimming as soon as they are thru collecting and delivering tonight – They say they prefer the hot weather to the freezing for delivering but it has surely been plenty hot.  We went out to Shaffers last Sunday for a picnic and are invited out there for the Fourth with the two Allen families.  The Jim Allens have a membership at the Hillsboro Swim Club.  And we have seen Mark and Melissa at the J-R.

May add a note later but will close for now it is time for the papers to arrive.

Love and XXXXXX,

MOTHER

Grandma got her letter from you this AM & shared it with us.  Interesting about no. of applicants for NSF at SIU.

MV & I are on our way to Wilm. with Daddy to do a bit of shopping for groceries while he goes to the Court House.  We went to UDF last nite & they have changed it around. [sketch included]  Check out counter for milk & groceries on 1 side of back & ice cream on the other side of back with many more items on shelves.  They remodeled about six weeks ago she said.

Roberta talks about writing but know she'd appreciate a card from you  – also Mr. Short?

Love again, Mother

1966 HH's letter to Catherine -July 1

July 1, 1966

Miss Catherine Uible
Room 111, Steagall Hall
S. I. U.
Carbondale, Illinois

Dear Catherine:

We are not too energetic this morning as last night was my turn at the ball park refreshment stand.  John and Serena were there until about 8:30 when Roberta came over and she stayed until about 10.  The rules are no inning will start after 10:30, but there was a tie so they played extra and did not get home until about 11:30.  Have you noticed that the Reds are having a good spell right now?

Wednesday the Kuntzmans were down, he was here for the funeral of S. Burton's father.  The children had lunch at home.

Been reading a book on the Last of the Mid-West, it tells about Shawneetown – now a wide spot in the road (the first town we passed in Illinois on our way to Carbondale) and how it was so prosperous even before Chicago was started.

The enclosed folder on St. Louis just came this morning which might be of interest to you.  Rudy was telling me last night that Linda is in Denver with the Lochrans trying to locate summer employment.

The Church redecoration is about complete -- the wood panel on the front and a light cream color paint on the walls, it does look real nice.  Also a cross on the front wall with a light behind that.  Your Mother has been working hard on Bible School plans -- which starts a week from Monday.

Looking at the map I am sure that we came home thru Missoula, but I can't really remember the town, tho on my first trip west (back in 1944) I do remember seeing the college there.  Have you been using the bike much?  Take it that you have recovered from the ivy.  Noticed that there were some healthy plants there in the "woods."  When do you take the college tests, Catherine?  Do you remember the Blairs (you had the monopoly game) in Providence R.I.?  Had a letter from them this week that he is taking a job as prof. at Univ. of Ill at Urbana.

Dad

1976 Roberta's Letter from Hudson Guild -June 28

June 28, 1976

Dear Family –

Hi – Have put off writing – waiting for our 1st letter – but decided today that maybe you all were also waiting for our 1st letter.  The VAN has already broken down – happened Saturday in Newton – I had 9 senior citizens in it – had to go to the library – & take them shopping.  It would do nothing when I came out of the library – went inside & found a guy who pushed us & got it started.  Then in Newton it died – had to get it pushed again.  The van wouldn't even turn over – both times – no noise – no nothing.  Mr. Ream & Paul (maintenance man who also repairs vehicles) can't figure it out – so this morning some of the guys here will push it & get it started and then I'll be off to the VW Repair shop.

Other than that (except for the problem we had w/ the Buick) everything is fine.  The staff is a good one – my roommate is nice – she lives about 40 miles from here – she is wild about horses – much more than J.B. – living so close to "Black Beauty."

I've been keeping myself busy – in fact so busy – I've only written 5 letters since getting here – having written all of them the last 2 days.

I'm sure J.B. has written you – he seems to be doing VERY GOOD – he has already left for Dover today to buy more supplies.

I'm now at the VW place – finally got the van started by getting the pick-up truck to push it – sure hope the summer won't be a continuation of all this!

Your letter came today – THANKS – also appreciated the stamps – J.B. kiddingly said we could sell them.  He really shocked me the other night – J.B., Vince, Lois (my roommate ) & I all went out just to drive around – then later stopped to get a snack & he paid the WHOLE bill – no complaints – actually offered to do it!

I have to meet the 10:20 pm bus in Netcong tonight – part of the joys of being driver!  OH – the van got fixed – needed new starter.

John & Vince are youngest ones here – the US is well represented – different parts of the country that is.  Besides Marian & I.T. there is a boy from California; one from Washington state.  A girl from Johnstown PA – the rest from either Jersey or NYC.

I'm glad Mary V. is going to Fla in July.  She is more than welcome to use my suitcase  – Just drop me a post card – OK – Mary V?  Do tell Ruth S. hello from me – what is the latest on her – will she have to be operated on?

We are using the Indian bed-sheets – they add alot of color to the room.  All the senior citizens ask me about my trip – J.B. & Vince can't believe how many of them know me.  J.B. has made alot of friends here – ask him about Julia & Hildegard.  Right now – only about 30 people here – but this weekend will be packed – all the New Yorkers want to get out of the city for the 4th.

One of the senior citizens brought me as a present a 1976 Michelin guide to NYC – Right now J.B. has got it.

Food is again good – but this year I'm not able to have unlimited grapefruit – at least I'm not taking advantage of them yet.  It's nice to have friends in the kitchen.  We all miss Al – this year they will be using frozen pies – Al used to make 20 pies without making it seem like work.

As for my check – please send it here.  I've opened up an account here – also need some for operating expenses!!

What have you heard from Catherine & Gerry?  We had a post card from them in Denver.  I'm glad that they were able to stop by to see Serena –

Better close – It's late & mornings come quick.

Love,

Roberta

1986 Catherine's Letter -June 27

Friday, June 27, 1986

Dear Mother & Dad,

Hi!  I am typing this at work on a typewriter that has an extra large print ball or whatever you call those things that come in and out.  Just finished typing a letter to Wendy at camp where hopefully she is having a good time.  She called us when they got back to Arizona and it sounded like they had a good trip.

Roberta said now Wendy feels like she is "home" in Arizona whereas before they went to Ohio she was just visiting.  Our house still seems abnormally quiet and the most amazing part is that Wendy's room stays picked up!

Gerry and I have been playing lots of golf but otherwise our routines stay about the same as when Wendy was home.  We don't eat quite such regular meals however.  And both of us are probably working longer hours since it is the busy season for both of us.

The Summer Reading Program is going pretty well.  I have almost 700 signed up with about 60 having finished already.  The average weekly attendance at my programs has been totaling about 300.  And even on days when there aren't any programs the library still seems to be full of children!

We did get your letter Mother.  Thank you very much.  I will try to call again soon.  I have been going to a 6:15 exercise class in Colfax on Wednesdays and Fridays (that's AM) so that fills up those two mornings before work.  On Mondays I go to the 8:00 class since I don't have to work.  She only offers the early morning class during June and July so it is working out well for me.

Our garden is doing great.  The tomatoes, squash, and broccoli are thriving in that field in front of the house.  (sorry for the mistakes but with this print the spacing isn't such that I can use the automatic correcting ribbon).  I replanted green beans.  We also have some peas that are ready to eat – not enough for a meal but enough to add to salads!  These are the ones I planed really early.  The later one will be ready soon and there are more of them!

Back to work now . . . .

Love, Catherine & Gerry

1966 Catherine's postcards to John from SIU -June

The Arena – Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois postcard, mailed 1966.  Captioned: Completed in 1964, this unusual building has seating capacity of 10,000.  It is the home of the Saluki Basketball Team. 

Saturday, June 25, 1966

Hi!  Remember seeing this?  It seems like a long time since you were here.  I haven't thought of anything yet that I want you to send me.  I would appreciate getting a letter from you.  I haven't been swimming, but it sure is hot!  

Love, Catherine

"Crab Orchard Lake" postcard mailed 1966.  Captioned: Crab Orchard Lake.  In Illinois Recreation Land, this big lake is ideal for water sports of all kind.  Boats, motors, and water skiers are welcome.

Tuesday, June 28, 1966

Hi!  Thank you for your letter.  Yesterday it got up to 104º F.  Is it hot in Ohio?  I don't think I need a chain.  Sometimes I like to walk.  It sounds like you are going to be a good swimmer.

Love, Catherine – Tell Everyone to WRITE

1976 Catherine's Letter -June 27

[first letter from San Diego]

Sunday evening

June 27, 1976

Dear Mom, Dad and Mary,

Hi!  It was good talking to Mom and Mary on the phone yesterday. It still continues to be very hot here so we're lucky we have access to a cool pool.  It will be nice to have the electricity and gas (it's a gas stove) hooked up tomorrow so we can see and eat.  It's beginning to get dark now so I won't be able to write too much.

Gerry brought Deedee over yesterday and we all went swimming, played cards, etc.  She seemed to adapt to me OK which is good.  We went to her baptism this morning at a Lutheran Church near where she lives.  She and her cousin are coming over tomorrow to go swimming.

There were quite a few jobs listed in the classifieds today which sound like I might be qualified for.  Several of them were through a personnel agency so I think maybe I'll go there tomorrow and check them out.

It's getting too dark to see so I'll finish this later.

Monday evening

Well, we got our electricity today so I can now see to write even though it is dark outside.

We both went to personnel agencies today.  They take anywhere from 80-100% of the first month's salary but I guess it would be worth it if we get jobs soon.  I may go for some interviews tomorrow.  There were two jobs as receptionist-secretary at a bank and one as a legal secretary.  I said there was legal aptitude in the family  One of the questions they ask on a fact sheet at the agency is: What does your father do and how do you feel about it?

It was slightly cooler today but still (from what people tell me) unseasonably hot.  Roberta's clothes are really coming in handy.  I'm glad she has such good taste in clothes.  I don't know what I'd be wearing if we hadn't made our transaction.

We should be getting our phone within the next day or so – I'll let you know the number then.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Love,
Catherine  & Gerry

P.S. The cheese arrived OK.  We gave the cereal and some of the cheese to Serena.

Reds and Padres are on the radio right now.  Cincinnati is beating them 6-3 in the 8th inning.  First game of their series.  How is your softball team doing, Mary?

1966 Serena's Letter to Catherine - Summer

[June 1966]

Dear Catherine,

We got new paneling at the church with a cross in the middle of the sanctuary (the front).  It really looks different! (for once)

I'm in beginners swimming (same as John) ! ! !  I learned how to do the jellyfish (it's something like floating.)  We've been swimming over at the J & R several times since you have left.  I've jumped off the high diving board once (I used up all my nerve then.)  I've also jumped off the low board several times.

Rev. Beers prayers are a lot shorter than Rev. Kuntzman's prayers (they couldn't have gotten much longer.)  He came here for lunch.  (His family wasn't here.)

We went shopping last night at Krogers.  (John's company) and got a real nice cheese grater and some other stuff.  Then we went to Wilmington Park.  Opps! [sic] Forgot to tell you went swimming before that.

My slumber party was great even though we only got 3 (three) hours sleep.

Oh, I got a big surprise for you I've only forgotten one person! [on the paper route]  Except I forgot the wrong person.  Self-Armstrong.  (groan)

(Later)
We're going to have a barbecue tomorrow at Girl Scout Camp.

Questions??
Has it rained?
Do you go in the woods often?
Do you have much free time?
Do you miss your paper route??

Your sister,

Serena (U.)

P.S. Kathleen: Can you stand Catherine????????

1966 John's Letter to Catherine -June 20

June 20 [1966]

Dear Catherine

Monday night Kevin, Dad, and I went to Rocky Fork and camped out over night.

We got there about 6:00 clock Monday.

After super [sic] the three of us went on a hike for about a half of a hour then we took a walk around the park when we got back from the walk we popped pop corn then ate it then we went to sleep.

When we woke up Kevin and I went on a little hike.

When we got back we all ate breakfast. then we played at the play ground when we got back from the play ground we went swimming after that we rented a boat then we ate lunch then we went home on the way home we stopped at Hillsboro to get ice cream.

The News Journal is getting along pretty well but Huffmans have not paid.

The Beers came to eat at our house last night for super.

Thank you for all the letteres [sic] that you wrote me

Your brother John

1966 Reception for Rev. Beers & family -Summer

1966 Jean's Letter to Catherine -June 27

Monday

June 27, 1966

Dearest Catherine,

The house is quiet – Roberta and Serena had their first day of Girl Scout Day Camp (& enjoyed it).  Serena went to Cherry Bend Pheasant Farm tonight for a Girl Scout Picnic – saw the pheasants, rode ponies, etc. so she's really worn out.  The papers were late in getting in so Roberta didn't try to make it (Cadettes were invited).

Daddy took John & Kevin on a camp out to Rocky Fork overnight.  They were so excited and threatening showers didn't keep them here.  It really rained very little and we need it so much.

It has been stifling here now for a week and the swimming has helped cool us off.  We wonder if you've tried the lake near you?  And if you use your bicycle?  Don't try the parks – even walking at night!

Grandma brought up a letter from Joe (written primarily to thank them for his birthday money).  We can't quite picture him but he says he's letting his hair grow long – and his parents have given him permission to use all the money he makes to buy a Honda.  He has to wear white trousers and navy blazer as a sort of a uniform at Lake Chautauqua.  We do enjoy your letter so much and John was so pleased with the card you sent him.  It & your letter written Saturday arrived this morning.  So far we've gotten a letter every other day since Thursday.

Daddy was having a hard time the afternoon the computer cards arrived – didn't get it at first.  That was the day the Kuntzmans were moving & just about 10 minutes before Helen was ready to take off she discovered a leak where the washer had been connected.  We couldn't get it off so called him (Daddy) & because there was no shut-off there or at the water heater he had to crawl under the house to the front where the only cut-off valve is & that's only part of the story – I don't think I'll every forget that day.

Mr. Shinkle [Ernest Hughey Shinkle 1892-1966, father of Sarah Burton Palmer] passed away Saturday evening & both Rev. K and Rev. Beers together have the funeral.  I doubt if any of the other Kuntzmans com back then (it's been such a short time since they left.)

You are getting to be a real professional envelope maker – among your other great accomplishments – And you'll have to explain the cards with their names when you get home.  They read their names & message but wondered if each hole has some significance.

Your studies sound anything but light for this hot humid weather but hope you don't them too heavy.  Mr. Short asked Roberta about you (He's in NV to help with Head Start program, etc.) He said to tell you not to worry – if it seems very difficult, for you are struggling with the BEST of them.

That was a real interesting article on SIU & quite enlightening.

As to the title of H. Allen Smith's book – you had it right "To Hell in a Handbasket" – perhaps you can find it in the local library if not at the college.  I haven't been to W.P.L to read it yet.  – Behold the Ancient Egyptians is the longer version he mentioned.  A little lighter than Dickens.

No doubt you know that Grandma has your address for she said today she had written to you.

Daddy says he's been through Missoula, Mont. but doesn't think we went through there on our trip. We planned to look it up for sure.  The New York World's Fair was so much larger in scope and area than the Seattle, it's hard to really compare them.  I enjoyed both – the Seattle for it's compactness but New York for it's really world wide participation and beauty & cleanliness.

No one has slept in your room til last night when Serena decided her room was just too hot to sleep & has gone back down there tonight.  One good thing she slept longer & we had to waken her for a change.

Hope your new saddles [the "lovely" orthopedic shoes I had to wear] are getting more comfortable & your old ones are fixed OK.  Sorry you had to suffer blisters.

So many people have been asking about you & hope you are enjoying your summer there.  So far there's been no other mail.

Serena has done real well on your route.  Her first time for collecting was hard for she hadn't recovered from her slumber party the night before but finished it (collecting) up Saturday.  It rained tonight while they were out but not for very long.

We are saving your letters [where are they then??].   Do keep them coming.

Love, from all of us & esp. from Mother XXX

P.S. Roberta got poison ivy yesterday (Monday).  How is yours?

[written on the back of the second page]  I was half asleep when I wrote this letter & found I hadn't written on back of this.  

M.V. says you are "home" when we ask where you are & hope you are feeling at home there.  The Kuntzmans are in the "car" where she last saw Karol, Mrs. K & Mr. Lytle.

It was pathetic to see her go over to their back door & knock, ring the bell & look in the door then start the procedure over & over the first day they left.

We went out to Wilma's tonite & she was afraid I was going to leave her.

1966 Jean's Letter to Catherine -June 25

Saturday

June 25, 1966

Dearest Catherine,

Just finished lunch after a busy morning – in fact the whole week has been that way.

We helped the Kuntzmans off & on til they got off about 4:00 on Thursday for Ansonia.  They had a huge moving van & Rev. Kuntzman rented a U-Haul trailer from Wilmington to take the overflow.

Then that night Serena had a slumber (?) party – Mashell, Cathy & Mary Lou Dean, Barbara Bernard & Debbie Davis.

Yesterday while we were in Wilmington the Beers came to look over the parsonage and rearrange the pulpit, (while remodeling is almost finished at the church – though they are dickering about how/if to cover the floors of the downstairs hall and Sunday School rooms.)

Roberta went to a slumber party for Debby Fenner in Charma's trailer last night.  It was her birthday but R. didn't know it till too late.  Pam Thompson and Robin Streber were also invited.  They went to Arlene's restaurant about 3 AM & watched her make donuts & got to sample the odd pieces.

By the way several people are moving  – Nixons to the country; Hodsons have started a home in Hillsboro & will move in the fall; The Lloyds have bought a home in Decatur, GA (suburb of Atlanta & moving this summer.

If I don't end now this won't get in the mail.

Love, Mother

P.S.  Hope poison ivy & medicine are OK.

1966 HH's Letter to Catherine -June 23

June 23, 1966

Dear Catherine:

We got your letter today and your new style envelope came thru in first class shape.  Necessity is the "Mother of Invention".  Grandma also got your card.

Everyone enjoyed reading about your many activities.  The trip to St. Louis sounds like fun.  You will also see the Jefferson Arch as you "zoom" by -- which is quite a sight -- even at a distance.

Just had a phone call from the parsonage about some plumbing difficulties so picked up the afternoon mail en route.  Your "2nd letter" was there which I took home.  Roberta said "How do you read this?"  You will have to tell us the answer, Catherine.  [probably contained data punch cards which could be "fed" into a computer for word processing – seemed innovative at the time!]

Yesterday, the Scouts, including John took their initial swim lessons at the Clinton Swim Club.  Then today the Girl Scouts went.  The lesson lasts about a half hour.  Tuesday night we had the Kuntzmans over for supper -- ice cream and strawberries.  Then last night Mother (her birthday) and Dad for more home made ice cream, but no lemon flavor.

Your mother has been helping the Kuntzmans pack for the last two days.  About seven this morning the moving truck showed up, which reached from their porch out to the street.  It got away a little after lunch so you can see that by the time they get the truck unloaded they will have had a BIG day.

John & Tommie slept out in the tent yesterday or rather last night.  Karol was going to stay with Serena, but after about two hours decided she wanted to go back home.

See Mr. Short's car up at N.V. school each morning, perhaps he is helping out on the summer program.

The Reds won yesterday -- thanks to some errors their opponents made in the 9th.  Ruth Lyons daughter, Candy, died of cancer.

Look forward to hearing more from you, Catherine, but remember we can't read the "holes" too well.

Dad

1976 Roberta's Letter -June 24

June 24, 1976

Dear Family,

Hi – We appreciate you all calling – I think J.B. & Vince are beginning to like their room better – after getting carpet put down on the floor & getting some of their own stuff in it to make it look more homier.

Tuesday we went to Dover – J.B. bought his candy – then that evening we just drove around the area & ate at a small "diner."

Yesterday it was into the city – I drove – figured I need the experience (understatement) Drove straight across Manhattan to 1st Ave. & about 38th Street.  Walked to the UN – took tour there – then walked to Rockefeller Center – went to Radio City – movie wasn't anything to brag about "Harry & Walter go to N.Y.C." – about two musicians back in the 1800's – floor show was good – bicentennial.  Then as we were walking out of it we got asked about viewing a TV program – CBS – we went – it was a closed circuit thing of Amos & Andy – guess they are thinking of putting it back on the air.  They wanted each one of us (about 15) to make comments – fill out a questionnaire about it.

From there (about 5th & 51st) we went to Macy's  – also by foot.  We spent about a half hour in Macy's – I could have spent half of a day there.

By this time (6:30 pm) we figured it was time to be getting out of the city – so continuing our mode of transportation we walked back to the car (1st Avenue & 30th St.)  We did get some exercise yesterday.

Now – I was driving down Manhattan about 3rd Avenue & 2nd streets away from the tunnel & fumes (air) start coming out of the vents giving off a very undesirable smell & the Red light comes on.  As you know gas stations are not in abundance in Midtown.  We pulled over – Vince looked – then undid the Radiator cap & it all bubbled out – John went to a restaurant & got 3 bottles (3 different times – 1 bottle each time) of water in the Ivory Liquid bottle I had in the car.  We waited awhile – then we decided we would try to make it across the tunnel – the fumes started again bad & the red light came on.  But we risked it – Vince kept waving the smoke out of my way so I could see good – John was in dead silence.   Even on the other side we had trouble getting to a gas station – finally – after about 5-10 long minutes we found a Sears Auto place.  We met another car w/ the same problem.  The Sears man came through for us – looked car over good – must have put 1½  gallons at least of water in it – then we took off again and had a safe trip home.

I hope that is no preview of what the summer will hold as to car trouble.  The van is the old yellow one – has 78,000 miles plus.

As to meals – we "ate cheap"  at Zum-Zum's for lunch.  We were in a hurry to get to Radio City by 12:30.  For supper we stopped at the local pizza place in Netcong.  John & Vince got a small pizza – which they could only eat ½ of together.  It was alot of pizza!

Marian and I.T. got in Wednesday night – then left Thursday morning for Boston.  Marian has got a new customized VAN – wow – is it ever neat!  I'd love to have one –but my trip around the world comes 1st.

My roommate has not arrived yet – should she not be nice – I hope she also smokes – then I'll have a good excuse to move her out or vice versa.

I do have a nice room – right off from the ladies restroom – looking down on the drive way – from 2 of the windows & other window faces the garden (courtyard).

Mary V – be sure & let met know whenever you know for sure – How are your ball games coming?

Group of 30 got her yesterday – about 25 senior citizens will be coming tomorrow.  We'll all start working tomorrow.  I hope that van runs in A-1 condition – if not I may be spending alot of time reading a "fix it" book & have little time for letter writing!

Hope this summer J.B. & I won't be writing you all the news in duplicate – at least you will get 2 different versions!

Love, 

     Berta

1976 Hudson Guild postcard to Roberta -June

Dear Roberta:

When do you, your brother & Vincent Pratt plan to arriver here?  Marion & I.T. plan to arrive pm 6/24.  Our season officially begins with the arrival of the oldsters for lunch on 6/25.

Look forward to your working with us again this summer.

Curt

1976 Roberta Talks on India -June 12

1976 Guest Book for Reception for John + Catherine & Gerry -June 15

1996 Kate & Ginny go to the zoo -June

1996 Ginny & Kate at the Cincinnati Zoo - June

1986 MV's Letter - June 22

6/22/86

Dear Mom & Dad,

I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate you and all the support you've given me, especially on my upcoming trip.  This trip would not have been possible without you – financially or physically.  Between your persistence about me traveling and a few other things, I think those are the main reasons I am going.

I am sure this will be a fruitful experience mentally and spiritually.  I'm sorry the stop in London on the way back didn't work out.  maybe next summer?

Never think I am embarrassed of you – I have every reason to be proud of you and being your daughter.  I can never repay you for all you've done.

I love you,

Mary Va

1966 Jean's Letter to Catherine-June 20

The Clipping: Mr. and Mrs. Harold Uible and family have returned home from taking their daughter, Catherine, to Carbondale, Ill., where she is participating in an eight-weeks course in advanced mathematics at Southern Illinois University through an award by the National Science Foundation.

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West Virginia's 103 Birthday!

10:45 PM

Monday evening

June 20, 1966

Dearest Catherine,

We got home about 8:00 this evening leaving Carbondale a little after 7 this morning.  I'd like to have talked to you again but didn't want to waken all of Steagall [dorm] calling at that hour.

We drove to Cairo (KAY'-ro), Ill. where we planned to have a picnic breakfast at the park where the Ohio joins the Mississippi but the mosquitoes were terrific.  John was disappointed but he did take some picture(s) there.  

We reached Abraham Lincoln's birthplace about 1:00 so did have a nice picnic there with squirrels, blue jays & cardinals real close-by.  We probably spent a good hour there and then took the Kentucky Turnpike to Lexington then on to Cincinnati where we ate at the Colonade and home.

We found that (1) Roberta had broken the lens in 1 side of her glasses when she was swimming at Lake Cowan Saturday but ordered one to fit it this morning from Dr. Morand.  

(2) Kevin came down with the mumps yesterday so that will be just right for Mary Virginia to have them while Bible School starts (3 weeks from today).  He seemingly has them on both sides so he should be recovered in about a week.  John went into talk to him so he'll no doubt have them too.

You remember visiting Mrs. Schull* who lived on the corner where you turn to go to the hospital (Clinton Mem).  She passed away Saturday.

We read on the front page of tonights' paper where Ruth Lyons' daughter (Candy Newman) died today of cancer.  She was just 21 and on her way home from Europe with her parents.

Tom Green [NV policeman] was looking for Daddy for someone reported our old blue car had been down in front of the Christian Church for three days and they wanted it moved.  Granddaddy didn't know anything about it – Grandma thought it had been stolen from our garage & finally Fred Hughes somehow checked with Charles Knauff who had parked it there (in order to try to sell it) so it was moved back to his lot & T. Green is happy again.  No doubt someone complained to him.

I haven't talked to the Kuntzmans yet but they are getting packed up & C. Hause has been helping them.  We got a shock tonight when Roberta looked out in front about an hour ago and there was a big moving van double parked in the street.  It was there a good while but evidently just sizing up things for the move Wednesday.

They said there was a good crowd at Church Sunday – 166 + 6 children in the nursery (Cindy Burton stayed & Roberta helped after ushering.  Even the Roy Myers were there.

Papers were all delivered & we picked up Thompsons & Flints for they have gone on vacation.  Mrs. Penn got hers.

We think of you often and know you'll really enjoy your eight weeks at S.I.U.  Do write and tell us when you can spare a few minutes for your lonesome family back home.

All our love and XX, Mother

P.S. Your zip number?

[In Dad's handwriting]  P.S. A brochure this A.M. from Hiram College for you.  Try out those parallel bars at the playground.  

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•Martha Smith Shull (1877-1966) was the wife of James Mathews Shull (1871-1953). James Shull was the son of Andelia Eglantine Hudson Shull Rosier Uible (1845-1937) who was David Uible's second wife (Cecil's step-mother).  Thus James was a step-brother of Cecil Uible and Martha was therefore the wife of the Uible-Horton cousins' step-great uncle.  

1896 & 1976 Gladys Hiestand Uible - birthday pictures

1896 Gladys Hiestand Uible. photo by Phil Weyrich, Hillsboro, O.

1976 Catherine's Letter -June 6

June 6, 1976

Dear Mom, Dad, Roberta, John & Mary

Hi!  Thank you for the letter and for the check.  That was quite a surprise.  I usually rush my money straight to the bank.  Anyway I now feel considerably richer.  We might even have enough money to take Mary Va. to King's Island.

I hope you were able to get tickets for the Wednesday afternoon game.  That sounded good.  Tuesday night sounds fine for the open house shindig.  I don't really care about who you invite.  The Bernards, Comptons, C. Collier, etc. are all ok.  If you don't want too many I'd say just invite the Bernards.

It was nice seeing you last weekend and I'm glad Mary Virginia had a good time.  I will answer her letter after I'm on the other side of New Vienna.  We are looking forward to seeing Roberta and Serena, too, when we get further west.  

We are still planning to get to N.V. on Sunday afternoon.  We put the box on the top of the car and the bike rack on this morning.  We had a trial packing to see how much we could get into the car.  The trunk is quite spacious.

As far as I know X has the foot stool.  I will be going out to his house one more time to return his furniture so I will check on it.  It was a nice little stool, I wouldn't mind taking it.

Well, we will be seeing you soon.  Thanks again for the money.

Love, 

Catherine

1966 John & Roberta - June

1966 John on his bicycle - June

1966 Roberta at (old) New Vienna School playground -June

1926 David Uible obituary - June 12

[June 12 - 1926, unknown newspaper]

UIBLE FUNERAL SERVICE

AT WESTBORO SUNDAY

Funeral services for David Uible, a long-time resident of the vicinity of Westboro, who died at his home Thursday at the age of 81, will be held Sunday morning at 10:00 in the M.E. Church at Westboro.

The deceased was Superintendent of the M.E. Church at Westboro.  He was well known to Clinton Countians as a man of sterling character and a good citizen.

His wife, three sons, William, Frank, and Cecil, and two daughters, Mrs. Serena Reynolds and Mrs. Adda Jones, survive him.  Two sons, Ennis and Clyde, and one daughter, Louise, preceded him in death.

1926 Ola Moore Brown obituary - June 12

[June 12 - 1926, most likely from New Cumberland, West Virginia, newspaper] 

Mrs. A.W. Brown 

Called by Death

Mrs. Ola Moore Brown, widow of the late A. W. Brown, founder and publisher of The Independent, died at her home on Ridge avenue, Saturday morning at one o'clock after an illness which confined her to bed about two weeks.  Last summer Mrs. Brown . . .  last fall had enjoyed fairly good health until she was stricken suddenly ill.  Her condition was serious from the beginning of her last illness and Mr. and Mrs. N.W. Ballantyne and children were summoned home from Florida arriving about a week before her death.

Mrs. Brown was born in Pughtown.  She was a daughter of the late Abram Moore and with her father, moved from this county to Salineville, Ohio.  Her father was elected County Recorder of Columbiana county, Ohio and then the family moved to Lisbon, Ohio, where she resided until her marriage to A.W. Brown on June 9th, 1892. and since that time has made her home in New Cumberland.

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Ola Moore Brown was the second wife of A.W. Brown.  His first wife, Mary Virginia Morrow Brown, mother of Robert Morrow "Bert" Brown, and Lucie Brown Ballantyne, died in 1890, when Lucie was ten-years-old.

1976 Catherine & Gerry after John's Exeter Graduation -May 30

The soon-to-be married couple are more dressed up in this picture than they were at their wedding!  Hard to believe the shortness of the dress.  The rule then was that the dress or skirt should come at least to the fingertips.